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Millions Eligible for COVID-19 Tax Refunds by July Deadline

3/21/2026

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Summary

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The March 2026 ruling in Kwong v. United States could let millions claim COVID-19 tax refunds.
Taxpayers must file claims by July 10, 2026 to avoid losing refunds.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued over 830,000 CP53E notices about direct deposit refunds.
Taxpayers without valid bank information may face weeks-long delays for paper checks.
Experts urge taxpayers to check penalties during the tax filing pause and use IRS resources.

History

Historical Context

The 16th Amendment, ratified in 1913, established the federal income tax in the United States, enabling the government to tax individual earnings. The IRS has since issued over 830,000 CP53E notices, highlighting its role in tax administration. The upcoming Kwong v. United States ruling could allow millions to claim COVID-19 tax refunds, emphasizing the evolving nature of tax policy and the importance of timely claims by July 10, 2026.

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Story summary

The March 2026 ruling in Kwong v. United States could let millions claim COVID-19 tax refunds.
Taxpayers must file claims by July 10, 2026 to avoid losing refunds.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued over 830,000 CP53E notices about direct deposit refunds.
Taxpayers without valid bank information may face weeks-long delays for paper checks.
Experts urge taxpayers to check penalties during the tax filing pause and use IRS resources.

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